Four small businesses in Buffalo got a boost last week from the Entrepreneurship for All chapter in Buffalo.
EforAll held its first pitch contest, one of the primary features of its broader mission to support entrepreneurs from disadvantages communities.
The winners:
The Race Card
First place: $1,000
Sarah Pearson Collins, Kezia Pearson and Cephas Pearson founded this novel take on diversity, equity and inclusion training last year. Read more here.
Native Pens Collaborative Publishing
Second place: $750
Founded by Kara Oliver-Perez, the company publishes children’s book with BIPOC protagonists.
Modesty Marketplace
Third place: $500
A retail store in Buffalo focusing on modest clothing and accessories for women. The store is owned by Julie Algubani. Read more here.
QMT Royal Treatment Transportation
Fan favorite: $500
A transportation service for people with disabilities in Buffalo led by QueeNia AsheeMa’at (gmtreviews@gmail.com).
